NHS Fails to Cut Waiting Times as Promised
A damning report reveals NHS England is failing to meet key waiting time targets for scans and hospital care, despite billions in investment. Discover the full story.
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Trump Administration Dismantles Education Department
The Trump administration reassigns US Education Department powers to six federal agencies, sparking Democratic criticism over resource cuts for schools and students.
Rapper's mother held at gunpoint during home invasion
Natividad Perez-Hernandez, mother of controversial rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine, was violently held during a terrifying home invasion in Florida while her son was livestreaming.
Lancashire care home closure plans spark outrage
Elderly residents at Woodlands care home face eviction as Reform-led council consults on closures. Families describe the proposal as 'cruel' and warn of devastating human cost.
SwitchBot Video Doorbell Review: A Smart Bargain
Our review of the SwitchBot Smart Video Doorbell finds a device that improved significantly post-updates. With a unique display and no monthly fees, it's now a serious smart home contender.
UK's 6% Student Tax Risks £621m University Funding
MP Virenda Sharma warns Britain's proposed international student tax undermines trade relations with India and risks driving talent to competitors like Canada and Australia.
Judge blocks Trump's UC funding cuts
A federal judge has permanently barred the Trump administration from withholding funds from University of California over vaccine policies. Read the full ruling details.
SEND funding crisis pushes councils to brink
Spiralling special educational needs costs threaten to bankrupt most English councils by 2028. Experts demand urgent government action to fix the £6.6 billion deficit. Read the full report.
Greg McCarthy, Historical Educator, Dies Aged 47
Greg McCarthy, who brought history to life for thousands of Midlands schoolchildren through his immersive character performances, has died aged 47. Discover his remarkable legacy.
$50,000 Arts Degrees to Continue Until 2027
Australian students face $50,000 arts degrees until at least 2027 as government delays reform of the controversial Job Ready Graduates scheme. Discover why critics are demanding urgent action.
Special needs services face 'total collapse' in England
Special educational needs services in England face total collapse with councils warning of £18bn deficits by 2030. Urgent reforms needed to prevent widespread bankruptcy.
New 90-Bed Peckham Care Home Gets Green Light
Southwark Council approves a new 90-bed care home on Asylum Road to address the borough's ageing population and lack of local care capacity. Set to open in 2029.
New Zealand Overhauls Curriculum with Māori History
New Zealand introduces landmark curriculum changes integrating Māori history and perspectives. Discover how this educational reform shapes national identity.
Queensland removes union leaders from curriculum board
Queensland government replaces union representatives with conservative figures on curriculum board as teacher pay negotiations break down. Learn about the implications for education.
Schools in England 'steering away' special needs pupils
New research reveals a stark postcode lottery for children with special educational needs, as some schools take on six times more Send pupils than others. Urgent government action is needed.
Labour's mixed messages on music education funding
The Department for Education aims to broaden music education appeal while withdrawing teacher bursaries from 2026-27, creating policy contradictions that concern educators.
Care home manager loophole exposed after deaths
A grieving daughter reveals how a care home manager prevented from CQC registration now oversees multiple homes, exposing dangerous gaps in care sector regulation.
UK entrepreneurship crisis: 80% founders financially strained
New research reveals Britain's startup crisis as 80% of founders face financial strain. Discover how early funding and education could unlock economic growth.
AI to set school attendance targets for truancy
The government will use AI to set individual attendance targets for all schools as persistent absence remains significantly above pre-pandemic levels. Education unions criticise the approach as 'wrong way to go'.
Welsh study reveals pupil mental health and bullying crisis
A major study of 50,000 Welsh pupils reveals a 'sobering' mental health crisis, widespread bullying, and poor sleep habits. Discover the findings and the urgent call for action.
AI pupil attendance targets for English schools
The government issues AI-generated pupil attendance targets to all schools in England. Unions criticise the move as adding pressure without solving root causes of absence.
The Vital Life Skills Maths Teaches Beyond Arithmetic
Experts challenge the claim that calculators make maths education redundant, highlighting the critical thinking and problem-solving skills the subject develops. Discover why maths matters.
UK Parents Send Children Abroad for School
The Guardian investigates the impact of British children being sent overseas for education. Share your experience of being educated abroad or as a parent making this decision.
First-generation students face 36% enrolment gap
Groundbreaking University of Queensland research reveals first-in-family students are significantly disadvantaged in higher education, with calls for official equity status to address systemic barriers.
Financial Education Crisis: New Plan for London Pupils
A groundbreaking campaign aims to deliver free financial education to every Year 6 child in London, addressing the UK's broken money skills system. Join the movement for change.
Financial education could boost UK incomes by £16bn
Teaching financial literacy in schools could boost UK household incomes by £16bn annually while rebuilding trust in financial institutions among younger generations.
GCSE reforms delayed until 2029 for current primary pupils
Major GCSE curriculum reforms will take effect in 2029, affecting current primary school students. Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson faces calls for faster implementation of key changes.
Teen demands school phone ban after beheading videos
A 17-year-old from Devon calls for smartphone ban in UK schools after exposure to violent content. Join the debate on protecting children from harmful online material.
Dudley's NEET crisis: 1 in 5 youth inactive
Shocking data reveals almost 20% of Dudley's school-leavers are not in education, employment, or training. Experts blame curriculum gaps and call for technical education investment.
Gender Divide in 1950s UK Schools' Curriculum
Guardian readers reveal how 1950s gender-segregated lessons shaped lives. From home economics to algebra, discover the lasting impact of Britain's educational divide and modern calls for reform.
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